Rosewood Hotel Group

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is a luxury hospitality brand known for its focus on refined, residential-style experiences and a strong sense of place. Founded in 1979, Rosewood operates a collection of high-end hotels, resorts, and residences in major cities and distinctive destinations around the world.  Departure Lounge Owner & Founder Keith Waldon served as a marketing and public relations manager for Rosewood in the late 80s/early 90s.

With more than 40 world-class properties globally, Rosewood is especially recognized for its philosophy of “A Sense of Place®,” meaning each property is designed to reflect the local culture, history, and environment rather than following a single, uniform style. Rosewood hotels emphasize personalized service, elegant design, fine dining, and privacy, appealing to travelers who value authenticity, sophistication, and understated luxury.

In 2025, Departure Lounge luxury travel advisors reserved more than $12 million in stays for its clients at Rosewood properties, making the agency one of the top producers for the brand.  Departure Lounge and its luxury travel advisors are members of Rosewood Elite, reserved for only the top-selling luxury travel agencies in the world.  Departure Lounge clients are the highest priority for complimentary Rosewood upgrades and VIP amenities, and our advisors’ relationships with on-property Rosewood execs results in truly customized stays that elevate the travel experience well beyond the typical.